Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist

Full-Time | Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 remote) | Fullerton, CA

$33 – $38 per hour

Endemic Environmental Services is an environmental consulting firm supporting infrastructure, restoration, and regulatory compliance projects across California. With about 60 employees statewide and plans to add 10 to 20 team members in the coming months, we are investing in stronger HR systems and support to scale thoughtfully and sustainably.

We are hiring an experienced HR Generalist to partner directly with the HR Manager to run day-to-day HR operations. This is a hands-on, independent role for someone who already understands HR fundamentals and takes pride in keeping things organized, compliant, and moving forward.

If you are naturally proactive, detail-oriented, and the person who closes the loop instead of letting tasks linger, you will fit in well here.

What You Will Own

• Lead onboarding, offboarding, and new hire orientation from start to finish
• Maintain organized personnel files, documentation, and HR systems that are accurate and audit-ready
• Coordinate and track required safety and training programs and follow up to completion
• Assist with payroll processing in Paychex Flex, with the goal of independently running payroll over time
• Draft job descriptions, post openings, and support recruiting activities
• Respond to routine manager and employee HR questions with professionalism and good judgment
• Track deadlines, follow ups, and compliance tasks to ensure nothing falls through the cracks
• Improve processes and documentation to create more efficient, reliable workflows

What You Will Support

• Benefits administration and leave coordination
• Employee relations documentation and follow up
• HR projects and policy improvements led by the HR Manager

What We Are Looking For

• 3 or more years of California HR Generalist or equivalent experience
• Hands-on payroll processing experience required
• Working knowledge of California wage and hour laws and HR compliance fundamentals
• Experience managing onboarding and compliance programs independently
• Naturally organized with strong attention to detail
• Proactive, responsive, and known for strong follow-through
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and keeping work moving without constant direction
• PHR or SHRM certification is a plus

Why This Role Is Different

• Direct partnership with HR leadership and real influence on how HR operates
• Minimal bureaucracy and no micromanagement
• Hybrid schedule with a results-focused work environment
• Opportunity to grow into broader HR ownership
• A team that values integrity, accountability, and common sense

Schedule

Hybrid schedule: four days in office in Fullerton and one day remote.

Compensation

Competitive hourly pay of $33 to $38 per hour (approximately $69,000 to $79,000 annually) based on experience and qualifications. There is opportunity for increased compensation as responsibilities expand and performance is demonstrated.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (with tiered employer contributions)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with 4 percent employer match
• Life Insurance
• Scaling PTO
• Frontloaded Sick Leave
• Paid holidays
• A casual, flexible work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Endemic Environmental Services is committed to equal employment opportunity and creating a respectful, inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.

To Apply

Apply here on LinkedIn. We look forward to reviewing your experience.